"There's a lot of discontent," Welland reminded him. "And many tough characters. And they're armed."
"Yes. But they're sensible. They won't try violence."
Welland fingered his beard reflectively.
"Why are you so sure?" he asked.
"Well, I know positively they're not preaching violence. And I know their opinion of the Mounted Police."
"I see," said Welland slowly. "I see."
Just then Blythe put his head in.
"Dr. Quick's waitin' outside, sir.'
"Oh!" exclaimed Hector. "Tell him I'm coming. I go round the hospital every night with Quick, you know, Molyneux. Who's that with you in the next room, Blythe?"
"Charlie, sir—Mr. Northcote's man."